I have lots of favorite neighborhoods. Terrell Hills is one of them. It's not only a neighborhood, it's an incorporated city, located north of downtown and west of Fort Sam Houston. My favorite neighborhoods have one thing in common: lots of trees. The homes in Terrell Hills have trees and a lot of character, varying quite a bit in architectural style, size, and price. Most of the homes range from the high $200,000s to the $600,000s.
To the left is a cottage-style three-bedroom home with a covered patio and detached garage that sold for just under $200,000
The neighborhood includes two school districts: Alamo Heights Independent School District and North East Independent School District. There is not a huge difference in home prices between the two school districts, although Alamo Heights ISD is more prestigious.
Large lots are the norm in Terrell Hills, averaging at least 0.25 acre, and dotted with mature live oaks, pecans, and mesquites. The older homes have pier-and-beam foundations, while those built in the 1960s and later tend to be on concrete slabs.
On the right is an updated and expanded four-bedroom, four-bath home with swimming pool that sold in the $650,000 range
There is a wide range of home prices, from "tear-downs" to some of San Antonio's most expensive mansions. Many of the homes have swimming pools. Most of the homes have been remodeled and updated, but the interiors might still be considered out of date because of lower ceilings and more interior walls than are used today. Others are larger homes built from the late 1990s up to the present on lots from which the original homes have been removed.
Whenever I am near Fort Sam Houston, Brackenridge Park or the zoo, or heading south from downtown, I like to take a detour through Terrell Hills.
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I agree, this is a great neighborhood with a variety of options. I love mature trees. I also love a neighborhood that does not conform to the cookie cutter subdivision style. Lot's to choose from and a perfect location.
Robin that is a well established area, some mighty fine homes and in a select location. Trees and manicured lawns always stand out.
Robin, The neighborhood and the area sound beautiful in San Antonio. I have never been there but my mother lived there for a while and always loved it!
Now there's a quaint little town that I could call home.
Good job Robin letting the folks know about Terrell Hills!
Thanks! I have many other favorite neighborhoods I'll be telling people about.
Cheers,
Robin
Howdy there Robin
Sure does sound's and look's like some mighty fine homes there. That folks would enjoy liven in.
It sounds like a great place to live in. This is a nice post and should help people relocating to your area.